Career exploration and programs teach high school students about possible occupations, and offer the soft-skills and workplace experience teens will need for the future. Teenagers can explore careers through summer programs and internships, in areas such as medicine, entrepreneurship, law, journalism and gaming. Career exploration programs expose teens to new possibilities before they commit to a college or college major. Programs are available to fit all budgets and schedules.
Prepare to stand out. Join students for a transformative experience and open your mind to the diverse career opportunities in hospitality, travel, entertainment, luxury brands, high tech and many more. The EHL Junior Academy introduces you to the trends and technologies that are shaping the future...(more)
NYU Steinhardt offers professional training in the performing arts through intensive summer workshops. Taught by Steinhardt faculty and industry professionals, students 16 years old or older can hone their craft in one of more than a dozen artistic tracks, including vocal performance, instrumental performance, screen scoring, and music technology. ..(more)
Wake Forest University’s (WFU) Online Immersion Program offers flexible online courses spanning the fields of medicine, bioscience, business, finance, and more for high school students. You’ll hear from WFU or WF School of Medicine professors, be guided by a mentor well-versed in your course subject, and earn a Certificate of Completion. ..(more)
Whether you are just thinking about what you'll take in school, already majoring in business, or starting on your professional path, The Columbia Business School Enrichment Program helps you discover the business area that's right for you...(more)
Make the most of this summer with NYU! Explore a wide range of intensive, one-week professionally focused study options, delivered in person or remotely by faculty members who are experts in their fields. Gain knowledge and experience that demonstrate your interest in a subject while interacting with students from around the world...(more)
Westcoast Connection offers teen tours, pre-college programs, career experiences, and volunteer programs for high school students around the world. With 70+ programs available for high school and middle school students completing grades 7-12, we've had the pleasure of providing over 41,000 teen travelers with their summer of a lifetime...(more)
Experience this pre-college program for high school students on the campus of UCLA and get a sneak peek at college life! Explore your interests with a wide selection of enriching and engaging courses, and discover the best sights and activities in Los Angeles with your new friends. This high school summer program balances academic preparation, fun group excursions, and structured independence to help prepare teens for college and make new, lasting connections...(more)
High school students: Do you see a future for yourself in fashion? With Parsons Paris, you can explore fashion with courses in business, design, sustainability, and building a brand. All classes are online, featuring fashion experts and exciting interactive videos. Complete a final project, receive guidance from a mentor, and earn a Certificate of Completion. Sign up today!..(more)
Vanderbilt Summer Academy (VSA) is an intentionally designed, accelerated residential program for academically advanced 7th through 12th grade students offered through Vanderbilt University’s highly regarded Programs for Talented Youth. VSA offers one-week and two-week summer courses that are grounded in academic rigor and scholarly exploration, while also focused on fostering a strong sense of community and friendship. ..(more)
Experience life as a college student at the University of San Diego by living in the dorms, enjoying meals on campus, and making new friends, all while preparing for college. This unique pre-college experience will include a community service project as well as a 2-day conference involving essay writing support from expert essay coaches and college application support from My Pathway to College’s team of independent college counselors...(more)
LaunchX is the top high school entrepreneurship summer program, equipping high school students with the skills and mindset to launch a real company. Students are trained with the skills and innovative thinking to gain real traction through an actual product offering and sales, laying the foundation for a successful business. Join a highly-curated group of promising young entrepreneurs from around the globe for an intense summer to take a startup from idea to execution and impact...(more)
The Georgetown Pre-College Online Program offers flexible, online courses in law, medicine, surgery, politics/government, investing, psychology, and more for students ages 13 and older. You will learn through dynamic video featuring Georgetown instructors, be guided by a mentor well-versed in your course subject, and earn a Certificate of Completion...(more)
Our precollege online courses are the place to start. Featuring experts in the field and taught through dynamic, engaging videos, our courses provide firsthand knowledge in a variety of fields to get you one step closer to college. Study anytime, anywhere, at your own pace. Finish a Capstone Project and earn a Certificate of Completion for your college application...(more)
Our programs in Medicine combine education and career exploration to deliver a summer pre-college experience unparalleled in the industry. During these experiences, you will take the first steps toward your role as a future leader in medicine while engaging with a diverse group of exceptional high school students. You'll gain marketable, in-demand skills through action-based classroom activities and real-world experiences to jump-start your college career and professional portfolio...(more)
BETA Camp is a 6-week virtual entrepreneurship bootcamp where teens 13-18 build revenue-generating startups. The program is taught by world-class instructors, industry professionals, and entrepreneurs from companies like Google, Apple, IKEA, Meta, Doordash, and Mckinsey. Several alumni leave the programs with thousands in revenue and over the next months have raised 150k-1.5M in seed funding...(more)
Explore AI by completing real-world projects created exclusively for EXPLO by the experts — and earn college credit in the process. Write machine learning code and get first-hand feedback from experts from Rapid7 security firm on the reliability of your code Analyze the bias in AI facial recognition software Learn to identify and combat “Deepfakes” Learn how AI plays a role in vaccine development ..(more)
Brandeis University’s Precollege Online Program offers flexible, online courses in Climate Change, Civil Litigation, Women’s Health and Global Health for high school students. You’ll learn from Brandeis University professors, be guided by a mentor well-versed in your course subject, and earn a Certificate of Completion...(more)
World Scholars Academy offers elite online summer courses for ages 12-18 designed and taught by world-leading professional scholars. Explore your future career path and accelerate your success with personalized academic guidance and high-level instruction from the world's most accomplished educators...(more)
Discover potential college majors while in high school. Our online courses include exciting subjects, like venture capital, psychology and medicine. Taught through dynamic videos and tech-forward tools, you’ll be taught by W&M professors, receive support from mentors and study at your own time and pace. Complete a Final Project and earn a Certificate of Completion...(more)
As one of the longest running academic enrichment camps in the country, GER²I engages gifted, creative, and talented students from around the world in day and residential camps designed to stimulate imaginations, develop talents, and create lifelong friendships! Our Super Summer day camp for children (K - grade 4) meets for one or two weeks in mid-June. Our Summer Residential camp for youth (grades 5 - 12) meets for one, two, or four weeks in July. Our goal is to inspire your child!..(more)
